Some US airlines reportedly won’t force passengers to wear masks during flights
Three of the largest airlines in the U.S. may be encouraging — but not enforcing — new policies requiring face coverings for passengers in flight amid the coronavirus pandemic, according to a report.American Airlines, Delta Air Lines and United Airlines can deny boarding at the gate to anyone not wearing a face covering, and are providing masks to those without them.
Three of the largest airlines in the U.S. may be encouraging — but not enforcing — new policies requiring face coverings for passengers in flight amid the coronavirus pandemic, according to a report.American Airlines, Delta Air Lines and United Airlines can deny boarding at the gate to anyone not wearing a face covering, and are providing masks to those without them.
'The American people are worth it': Pelosi defends $3T virus aid package
House Speaker Nancy Pelosi on Wednesday defended the stunning $3 trillion price tag on Democrats' pandemic relief package as what is needed to confront the “villainous virus” and economic collapse.“The American people are worth it,” Pelosi told The Associated Press.In an interview with the AP, Pelosi acknowledged that the proposal is a starting point in negotiations with President Donald Trump and Republicans, who have flatly rejected the coronavirus relief bill headed for a House vote Friday.“Unserious,” tweeted White House press secretary Kayleigh McEnany.As wary Americans wait on Washington, the stakes for all sides are enormous.
House Speaker Nancy Pelosi on Wednesday defended the stunning $3 trillion price tag on Democrats' pandemic relief package as what is needed to confront the “villainous virus” and economic collapse.“The American people are worth it,” Pelosi told The Associated Press.In an interview with the AP, Pelosi acknowledged that the proposal is a starting point in negotiations with President Donald Trump and Republicans, who have flatly rejected the coronavirus relief bill headed for a House vote Friday.“Unserious,” tweeted White House press secretary Kayleigh McEnany.As wary Americans wait on Washington, the stakes for all sides are enormous.
Inslee orders hiring freeze, agencies prepare for 15% cuts
Facing a reduction in projected state revenues of billions due to the coronavirus crisis, Gov Jay Inslee on Wednesday issued a directive freezing most hiring and signing of personal services contracts and purchasing of equipment, and the state's budget office sent a letter to state agencies telling them to find ways to cut 15 percent from their current budgets.
Facing a reduction in projected state revenues of billions due to the coronavirus crisis, Gov Jay Inslee on Wednesday issued a directive freezing most hiring and signing of personal services contracts and purchasing of equipment, and the state's budget office sent a letter to state agencies telling them to find ways to cut 15 percent from their current budgets.
West Seattle Bridge closure doubles commute time for doctor treating COVID-19 patients
Traffic shrunk significantly since the stay-at-home orders were first issued, but a doctor who has been on the hospital front lines treating COVID-19 patients said her drive time has doubled ever since the West Seattle Bridge was closed.
Traffic shrunk significantly since the stay-at-home orders were first issued, but a doctor who has been on the hospital front lines treating COVID-19 patients said her drive time has doubled ever since the West Seattle Bridge was closed.
Walmart to give hourly employees another round of cash bonuses amid COVID-19 pandemic
BENTONVILLE, Ark. -- Walmart said it will give its U.S. hourly employees another round of cash bonuses in recognition of their contributions to communities across the country during the coronavirus pandemic.The bonus will be $300 for full-time hourly associates and $150 for part-time hourly and temporary associates, adding up to more than $390 million, the company said.
BENTONVILLE, Ark. -- Walmart said it will give its U.S. hourly employees another round of cash bonuses in recognition of their contributions to communities across the country during the coronavirus pandemic.The bonus will be $300 for full-time hourly associates and $150 for part-time hourly and temporary associates, adding up to more than $390 million, the company said.
COVID-19 outbreak at Twin City Foods puts Phase 2 reopening on hold in Kittitas County
Eight counties in Washington can now move into Phase 2 of Governor Jay Inslee’s Safe Start Washington plan, but Kittitas County is still waiting to get the green light on its variance application.
Eight counties in Washington can now move into Phase 2 of Governor Jay Inslee’s Safe Start Washington plan, but Kittitas County is still waiting to get the green light on its variance application.
Restaurant owners struggle with phase 2 reopening guidelines
SEATTLE -- Restaurant owners are paying very close attention to Governor Jay Inslee’s guidelines that detail what needs to happen before re-opening for business.The requirements are specific and numerous.
SEATTLE -- Restaurant owners are paying very close attention to Governor Jay Inslee’s guidelines that detail what needs to happen before re-opening for business.The requirements are specific and numerous.
Group of motorcycle riders rally for couple critically injured in crash
MOUNTLAKE TERRACE, Wash. -- There's been an alarming spike in deadly motorcycle accidents in Washington state during the stay home order.Now, a community is coming together to support a Shoreline couple recovering at Harborview Medical Center after a horrific motorcycle crash in Lynnwood, on Friday, May 8.57-year-old Dave Wagner and 55-year-old Leann Denini collided with another motorcycle, ridden by Jon Bartlett, according to people who know Bartlett.Wagner and Denini suffered extensive broken bones and injured organs.
MOUNTLAKE TERRACE, Wash. -- There's been an alarming spike in deadly motorcycle accidents in Washington state during the stay home order.Now, a community is coming together to support a Shoreline couple recovering at Harborview Medical Center after a horrific motorcycle crash in Lynnwood, on Friday, May 8.57-year-old Dave Wagner and 55-year-old Leann Denini collided with another motorcycle, ridden by Jon Bartlett, according to people who know Bartlett.Wagner and Denini suffered extensive broken bones and injured organs.
1,371 contact tracers ready to assist health departments in Washington
More than 1,300 people in Washington state have been trained and are ready to work with local health departments to do contact tracing once a case of the coronavirus has been confirmed in a county.
More than 1,300 people in Washington state have been trained and are ready to work with local health departments to do contact tracing once a case of the coronavirus has been confirmed in a county.
Washington state choir outbreak called 'superspreader event' in report
Disease trackers are calling a choir practice in Washington state a superspreader event that illustrates how easily the coronavirus can pass from person to person.
Disease trackers are calling a choir practice in Washington state a superspreader event that illustrates how easily the coronavirus can pass from person to person.
Report: UW Medicine sees $500 million shortfall due to virus
UW Medicine, the Seattle-area health care system which has played a leading role in responding to the coronavirus outbreak, is now facing a huge financial hole because of the fallout from COVID-19.
UW Medicine, the Seattle-area health care system which has played a leading role in responding to the coronavirus outbreak, is now facing a huge financial hole because of the fallout from COVID-19.
First employer in Oregon cited for violating COVID-19 safety rules
Oregon workplace safety regulators have cited an Oregon food processor for unsafe practices after nearly three dozen of its employees tested positive for the coronavirus.
Oregon workplace safety regulators have cited an Oregon food processor for unsafe practices after nearly three dozen of its employees tested positive for the coronavirus.
Fauci urges caution on schools, warns against ‘cavalier’ idea that children are immune from COVID-19
WASHINGTON - Speaking at a Tuesday Senate hearing, Dr.
WASHINGTON - Speaking at a Tuesday Senate hearing, Dr.
‘The Office’ cast reunites to recreate ‘wedding dance’ for Maryland couple’s virtual nuptials
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Boeing goes another month without a single airliner order
Boeing failed to sell a single commercial airplane but saw orders for 108 planes canceled in April as a sharp drop in air travel erased any demand among airlines for new jetliners.
Boeing failed to sell a single commercial airplane but saw orders for 108 planes canceled in April as a sharp drop in air travel erased any demand among airlines for new jetliners.
'I thought he was gone': The harrowing story of a Tacoma nurse who spread Covid-19 to her husband
TACOMA -- Four days after a Tacoma General Hospital nurse started showing symptoms of Covid-19, she watched her husband get carried away in an ambulance.
TACOMA -- Four days after a Tacoma General Hospital nurse started showing symptoms of Covid-19, she watched her husband get carried away in an ambulance.
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